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Wednesday, December 31, 2014

The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit has charged a suspect in connection with the murder of 31-year-old Rafael Frazier. The suspect is 22-year-old Lexus Allen Henderson of the 1200 block of Quincy Street in Northwest Washington.

On December 30, 2014, at about 7:50 am, patrol officers were called to the 1600 block of Woodhill Court for a welfare check call. When they arrived, they found Frazier inside of his home suffering from multiple stab wounds. He was pronounced dead on the scene.

The preliminary investigation reveals Frazier and Henderson got into an argument in Frazier’s home that escalated to the stabbing. Henderson was located last night in the District driving a car taken from the victim’s home.

Henderson is charged with first degree murder. He is in custody in the District awaiting extradition to Prince George’s County.

For more information, please contact the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Media Relations Division at 301-772-4710.

Tuesday, December 30, 2014

Updated on December 30, 2014: The victim is 31-year-old Rafael Frazier of Woodhill Court. The car wanted in connection with this investigation was located this evening in the District. Anyone with information on this homicide is urged to call 1-866-411-TIPS

The Prince George’s County Police Department is investigating a homicide in Fairmount Heights. A reward of up to $25,000 is being offered for information leading to an arrest and indictment in this case.

On December 30, 2014, at about 7:50 am, patrol officers were called to the 1600 block of Woodhill Court for a welfare check call. When they arrived, they found a man inside the home suffering from trauma to the body. He was pronounced dead on the scene. The victim lived in the home.

Not actual vehicle

Detectives are searching for a car missing from the crime scene. It’s a black, four-door, 2014 Chrysler 300. It has Virginia tags VDG6069. Detectives are also working to identify the suspect(s) and motive in this case.

Anyone who may have spotted the car or has information about this case is asked to call the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit at 301-772-4925. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call CRIME SOLVERS at 1-866-411-TIPS (8477), text “PGPD plus your message” to CRIMES (274637) on your cell phone or go to www.pgcrimesolvers.com and submit a tip online.

For more information, please contact the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Media Relations Division at 301-772-4710.

Wednesday, December 24, 2014

The Prince George’s County Police Department is seeking the public’s assistance in searching for a missing person. He is identified as 63-year-old Glenn Washington.

Washington was last seen in the 6500 block of Riggs Road on December 24, 2014, at about 12:30 am. Washington suffers from dementia and may be in need of medication.

Washington is described as an African-American male, 5’7” and 150 pounds. He has a grey mustache and brown eyes. He was last seen wearing a white shirt, green sweater, brown sweat pants and black croc shoes.

Anyone with information on his whereabouts is asked to call the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Regional Investigation Division- Northern Region at (301) 699-2601.

Updated: December 24, 2015: The victim has been identified as 29-year-old Lashawn Childs of Hunt Place in Northeast Washington. The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit is investigating a fatal crash in Fairmount Heights.

On December 18, 2014, at about 9:50 pm, patrol officers were called to the intersection of Sheriff Road and 61st Avenue for a crash involving a car and a tow truck. When they arrived, they found the car’s driver suffering from critical injuries. She was taken to a hospital where she was later pronounced dead. The tow truck driver and his passenger were not hurt.

The preliminary investigation reveals the driver of the car was heading westbound on Sheriff Road when she hit the back of the tow truck that was stopped and trying to make a left turn onto 61st Avenue.

The victim’s name will be released once the family is notified.

Anyone with information on this crash is asked to call the Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit at (301) 306-5640. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS (8477), text “PGPD plus your message” to CRIMES (274637) on your cell phone, or go to www.pgcrimesolvers.com and submit a tip online.

For more information, please contact the Prince George’s County Police Department's Media Relation’s Division at 301-772-4710.

The Prince George’s County Police Department is asking for
our community’s help in identifying the suspect seen in these surveillance
photos. He’s wanted for a bank robbery in Oxon Hill.

On December 23, 2014, at about 1:30 pm, patrol officers were
called to the unit block of Audrey Lane for a robbery. The preliminary
investigation reveals the suspect, with a cell phone to his ear, approached a teller and passed a note demanding
money.The teller complied. The suspect
then ran from the bank with an undisclosed amount of money.

Anyone with information on this investigation is asked to
call the CID/Robbery Unit at 301-772-4905. Callers can remain anonymous by
calling CRIME SOLVERS at 1-866-411-TIPS (8477). You may also text “PGPD
plus your message” to CRIMES (274637) on your cell phone or go to www.pgcrimesolvers.com and submit a tip
online. Crime Solvers is offering a CASH REWARD up $1000 for tips
that lead to an arrest and indictment in this case.

For more information, please contact the Prince George’s
County Police Department’s Media Relations Division at 301-772-4710.

Each Wednesday, we release surveillance videos and photos of some of our most wanted suspects from that week. With the help of community tipsters and excellent detective work, many of those cases are closed. This week, we’re putting the spotlight back on a handful of our most wanted suspects for 2014. If you have any information that could help us track them down, please can call 1-866-411-TIPS. Tipsters don’t have to give their name and could be eligible for a substantial cash reward.

Bayron Cruz-Vargas – 1st Degree Murder

Our Homicide Unit is working to find and arrest Bayron Cruz-Vargas. He’s wanted for the murder of 28-year-old Jacinto Perez in Laurel in August. Detectives have already arrested one suspect in this murder. On August 24th, patrol officers were called to Enfield Court for a body found in a bag. Officers discovered a second bag with body parts in it. Perez was later identified as the victim. The suspects and victim were roommates. The investigation reveals the three men got into an argument inside their apartment that turned violent and ultimately escalated to the murder. If you have any information that could help us arrest Cruz-Vargas, please call 301-772-4925 or 1-866-411-TIPS.

Murder of Hollis Bradford Johnson

Homicide Unit detectives are also working to arrest the suspect who shot and killed Hollis Bradford Johnson in Chillum in October. Detectives strongly believe there are citizens who have critical information in this case. Anyone with information is encouraged to call our Crime Solvers line. Tipsters never have to give their name and could be eligible for an up to $25,000 reward.

Detectives released surveillance video of the suspect. Johnson was killed in an entryway of his apartment building on Chillum Road on October27th. The video shows the suspect approaching the building while the victim unknowingly holds open the door. Seconds later, the suspect shot Johnson and then ran from the building. He sped away in a light-colored, four-door sedan. The car’s windows are tinted and it has halogen headlights. Detectives do not believe the victim and suspect knew each other.

Please call 301-772-4925 or 1-866-411-TIPS with any information.

Cheverly Sexual Assault

In October, we released this surveillance video ofthesuspect we’re looking for in connection with a sexual assault on Annapolis Road. The video was recorded shortly before the assault occurred. On October 20th, at about 8:45 pm, the suspect assaulted a female victim in the 5800 block of Annapolis Road. The suspect is described as a black male, about 35 – 45 years old and approximately 5'9"- 6' tall. He had a beard and wore a dark jacket. A reward of up to $25,000 is being offered in this case.

Suitland Sexual Assault Suspect

Hesexually assaulted a woman in the 2300 block of Brooks Drive on November 26th. Here’s a composite sketch of the suspect we’re still looking for in that case. Our investigation reveals the man grabbed the woman as she was walking around 11:50 pm. He’s described as a black male, approximately 5’7”, and about 20-30 years old. He wore a blue hooded sweatshirt, blue jeans, and a belt with a large silver buckle. If you have any information, please call 301-772-4908. If you don’t want to give your name, please call 1-866-411-TIPS. You could be eligible for an up to $25,000 reward.

Updated: December 24, 2013: Ms. Harris has been found unharmed and in good health.

The Prince George’s County Police Department is
seeking the public’s assistance in searching for a missing person. She is
identified as 86-year-old Gladys Margret Harris.

Harris was last seen in the 6300 block of Floral Park
Road in Clinton on December 23, 2014, at about 6:30 pm. Harris suffers from
dementia and may be in need of medication.

Harris is described as an African-American female,
5’7” and 130 pounds. She was last seen wearing a black coat, beige sweater and
blue pants. Harris was last seen driving a grey 2004 Toyota Camry bearing
Maryland registration plates of 9DTB57.

Anyone with information on her whereabouts is asked
to call the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Regional Investigation
Division- Southern Region at (301) 749-5064.

Friday, December 19, 2014

Updated December 20, 2014: The victim is identified as 49-year-old Shawn Parker of Sweden Court in Clinton. Detectives are continuing to work to identify the suspect(s) and motive in this case. A cash reward of up to $25,000 is available for information which leads to an arrest. Please call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS.The Prince George’s County Police Department is investigating a homicide in Marlow Heights. A reward of up to $25,000 is being offered for information leading to an arrest and indictment in this case.

On December 19, 2014, at about 12:20 pm, patrol officers were called to the 4800 block of Stamp Road for an assault. When they arrived, they found a man inside a warehouse suffering from an apparent gunshot wound. He was pronounced dead on the scene. The victim is an employee of the business.

The preliminary investigation reveals coworkers discovered the victim and called 911. Detectives are working to identify the suspect(s) and motive in this case.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit at 301-772-4925. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call CRIME SOLVERS at 1-866-411-TIPS (8477), text “PGPD plus your message” to CRIMES (274637) on your cell phone or go to www.pgcrimesolvers.com and submit a tip online.

For more information, please contact the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Media Relations Division at 301-772-4710.

The gym at Prince George’s County Police headquarters is packed with toys. The PGPD is once again proudly partnering with the United States Marine Corps Reserves to host the Toys for Tots program in Prince George’s County. Each Christmas season, the program collects new, unwrapped toys and distributes them to families in need. Last year, our community’s generosity helped us distribute more than 50,000 toys to more than 18,000 county children.

Donations are still being accepted for this year’s toy drive and can be dropped off at police headquarters. The thousands of toys already collected will be distributed this Sunday. Unfortunately, the deadline to sign up to receive toys this year has passed. If you are interested in signing up for next year, please visit www.toysfortots.org.

When: Sunday, December 21, 2014

Time: 8:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Where: Prince George’s County Police Department Headquarters

7600 Barlowe Road

Landover, MD

For more information, call the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Community Services Division at (301) 909-7126 or the Media Relations Division at (301) 772-4710.

Wednesday, December 17, 2014

Do you recognize him? We’re hoping you do and can help us find him. He’s wanted in connection with a burglary at a home on Pine Way in College Park on December 11, 2014. He broke into the home and made off with several pieces of electronics. The tipster who helps us make an arrest in this case could be eligible for a cash reward. Call 301-699-2601 or 1-866-411-TIPS with any information.

Cell Phone Theft

They are a popular holiday gift idea – maybe that’s why this suspect snatched cell phones from a store on December 4, 2014. The store is in the 3100 block of Queens Chapel Road in Hyattsville. Know where we can find him? Please call 301-699-2601.

Robbery Suspect

We are also working to identify this suspect. He’s wanted for a robbery in the 9900 block of Greenbelt Road in Lanham on December 12, 2014. Detectives believe it’s possible the suspect has shortened his hair since this photo was taken. Please call 301-390-2160 with any information. Tipsters can also call 1-866-411-TIPS. You won’t have to give your name and could be eligible for a cash reward.

Convenience Store Robberies

Cash and sandwiches. That’s what two robbery suspects stole from a convenience store in the 6800 block of Livingston Road in Oxon Hill on December 12, 2014. The armed robbery was caught on surveillance video. One of the suspects forced an employee to open a register, while the second suspect helped himself to a few sandwiches. The suspects then sped away in the silver or gold-colored SUV that’s seen in the below surveillance picture.

Robbery unit detectives are also working to solve an armed robbery at a convenience store on December 14, 2014, in the 3700 block of Branch Avenue in Temple Hills. The suspects walked into the store wearing masks. They order the employees to open the registers. The suspects also stole the car keys belonging to one of the victims. After the robbery, the suspects speed away in the victim’s car – a black, four-door, Pontiac Vibe. Please call 301-772-4905 with any information on this case.

Attempted Murder Suspect

Our detectives are looking for 26-year-old Roderick Snowden. His last known address is in the 3000 block of Brinkley Road in Temple Hills. Our investigation reveals Snowden stabbed an acquaintance during an argument on December 15, 2014. The victim suffered non-life threatening injuries. If you have any information on where we can find Snowden, please call 301-749-5064.

Tuesday, December 16, 2014

The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit today arrested a suspect in connection with the murder of a one-year-old baby left in his care. The suspect is 21-year-old Melvin Edenilson Melendez. The victim is one-year-old Jason Perez. Both lived in a home in the 5600 block of 30th Avenue in Hyattsville.

On December 10, 2014, first responders were called to the home on 30th Avenue for the report of an unresponsive child. Perez was rushed to a hospital where he died on December 12, 2014.

The preliminary investigation reveals the baby’s mother had gone to work and left her son in the care of Melendez. The victim’s mother and Melendez are in a romantic relationship. A few hours later, Melendez called 911 to report the child had fallen out of bed and wasn’t breathing. An autopsy revealed injuries inconsistent with a fall and the cause of death as multiple blunt force injuries. The medical examiner’s office has ruled this a homicide.

Melendez was arrested on December 16, 2014. He’s charged with second degree murder and first degree child abuse resulting in death.

For more information, please call the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Media Relations Division at 301-772-4710.

The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit is investigating a fatal crash in Bowie involving a motorcycle. The victim is 36-year-old Ali Blackshear of Emerson Street in Northeast Washington.

On December 15, 2014, at about 5:50 pm, patrol officers were called to Laurel Bowie Road south of Powder Mill Road for a crash involving a motorcycle. When they arrived, they found Blackshear suffering critical injuries. He was taken to a hospital where he was pronounced dead. The second driver was not seriously hurt.

The preliminary investigation reveals Blackshear was traveling southbound on Laurel Bowie Road when he veered into an oncoming lane of traffic to avoid hitting a stopped car. Blackshear collided with a Honda CRV that was heading northbound.

Anyone with information on this collision is asked to call the Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit at (301) 306-5640. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call Crime Solvers at 1-866-411-TIPS (8477), text “PGPD plus your message” to CRIMES (274637) on your cell phone, or go to www.pgcrimesolvers.com<http://www.pgcrimesolvers.com/> and submit a tip online.

For more information, please contact the Prince George’s County Police Department's Media Relation's Division at 301-772-4710.

Monday, December 15, 2014

The Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit is investigating a fatal pedestrian collision involving a MARC train in Beltsville. The victim is identified as 41-year-old Ascenscion Guevara of Quimby Avenue in Beltsville. This appears to be a tragic accident.

On December 15, 2014, at about 6:15 am, patrol officers were called to the 11600 block of Baltimore Avenue in Beltsville for a pedestrian collision involving a train. When they arrived, they found Guevara suffering from critical injuries. He was pronounced dead on the scene.

The preliminary investigation reveals a Marc train was travelling from Muirkirk Station to Union Station. Investigators believe Guevara was attempting to walk across the train tracks to visit a local coffee shop when he was struck.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit at 301-772-4925. Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call CRIME SOLVERS at 1-866-411-TIPS (8477), text “PGPD plus your message” to CRIMES (274637) on your cell phone or go to www.pgcrimesolvers.com and submit a tip online.

For more information, please contact the Prince George’s County Police Department’s Media Relations Division at 301-772-4710.

The Prince George's County Police Department has arrested a man
after he carjacked a Branchville Volunteer Fire Department ambulance, and then caused
a fatal collision in Greenbelt. The
suspect is identified as 34-year-old Sebastian Isaksen, of the 2800 block of
Beechbank Drive in Silver Spring.

On December 14, 2014, just before 6:00 pm, patrol officers were
called to the 6200 block of Greenbelt Road for a report of an armed carjacking.
The preliminary investigation reveals
Isaksen was involved in a separate accident on the Capital Beltway.A Branchville Volunteer Fire Department
ambulance crew in the area happened to see the accident and stopped to help.Isaksen assaulted the crew after they
stopped, and then jumped into the ambulance and drove away.

A short time later, Isaksen exited the Beltway and was travelling on
Greenbelt Road in Greenbelt.He
approached slow-moving traffic in the 6200 block of Greenbelt Road and struck three
occupied vehicles.The ambulance then
left the roadway and hit nine additional cars and overturned in a restaurant parking
lot.

The driver of a Mercedes, the first car struck in the initial multi-car
collision, was transported to a hospital where he later died of his
injuries.He is identified as 77-year-old
Alvin Hargrave of Lakecrest Drive in Greenbelt.A 36-year-old pregnant woman, who was a passenger in the Mercedes, was
transported to a hospital where she remains in stable condition.

The occupants of the remaining vehicles involved in the initial
crash were not injured. None of the cars
in the parking lot was occupied.The
suspect suffered serious injuries and is in a hospital under police custody.

Detectives have charged Isaksen with carjacking, assault, and
charges related to the carjacking.Our
Collision Analysis and Reconstruction Unit continues to investigate the fatal
collision, and will be working with the Office of the State’s Attorney to
determine appropriate charges surrounding the fatal collision.

Anyone with information about this incident is asked to call the
Prince George’s County Police Department’s Homicide Unit at 301-772-4925.
Callers wishing to remain anonymous may call CRIME SOLVERS at 1-866-411-TIPS
(8477), text “PGPD plus your message” to CRIMES (274637) on your cell phone or
go to www.pgcrimesolvers.com and
submit a tip online.

For more information, please contact the Prince George's County
Police Department’s Media Relations Division at 301-772-4710.